Add weather stripping or door-seal kits to the perimeter of the frame to keep insects from entering along the sides or top of the door. Use a clear caulk to seal the joint where the door frame meets the wall and also along the bottom of the frame, at the area where it meets the gr...
The first phase of this program will be to get the exterior of the home treated in the fall, just before or as they start to congregate seeking relief from the upcoming winter. If you’ve had them invade in the past then you know as the nights cool, stink bugs will be found landing ...
When cultivating hibiscus, it’s crucial to provide optimal growing conditions for their health and vibrant blossoms. Hibiscus thrive in full sun, so choose a sunny location with well-drained, moist soil to prevent root rot. Consider different types of hibiscus like tropical or hardy varieties, e...
If you’re looking for a natural way to get rid of pesky planthoppers, why not attract predators like ladybugs and spiders to your garden? Ladybugs are helpful in controlling pests, while spiders hunt the more mobile nymphs. Planting certain flowers such as alyssum, marigolds, daisies, and yar...
inside sheds, or in other structures containing wood or carpet. The wood-boring beetle can reach a life cycle of up to 10 years, when living in wood, all without any obvious signs. Once you have spotted a full-grown beetle in your home, it is probably too late to prevent any damage....
Planting seeds is an effective way to propagate this plant. All types of milkweed grow well from seeds, and the plants self-seed readily in fall. So much so that you may want to remove the pods before they ripen. This will prevent having too many of these plants popping up in spring....
Should I place a light in my ladybug house? Community Answer Lady beetles are attracted to light, the exteriors of light-colored homes and the heat that homes produce. To prevent lady beetles from entering your house, keep the lights around your home off when not in use, or use yellow...
Add weather stripping or door-seal kits to the perimeter of the frame to keep insects from entering along the sides or top of the door. Use a clear caulk to seal the joint where the door frame meets the wall and also along the bottom of the frame, at the area where it meets the gr...